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Definition presuppose in British English

presuppose verb

[transitive] verb
/ˌpriːsəˈpəʊz/
1

if one thing presupposes another, it cannot exist or happen unless the other thing is also true

Example

Their spending plans presuppose continued economic growth.

Example

Giving special attention to the weaker students presupposes that the others are willing to work without much support.

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Definition presuppose in British English